PTA wins approval for April 5 'Dump the Junk' fundraiser at Hanover Middle School
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The Hanover PTA gained committee approval to hold a community donation-based ‘Dump the Junk’ fundraiser April 5 at Hanover Middle School; organizers proposed tiered pricing and said a local hauler will donate a dumpster and offer discounts for private pickup enrollments.
The Hanover School Committee on March 12 approved a PTA fundraiser called “Dump the Junk” to be held Saturday, April 5, at Hanover Middle School.
Lauren Delaney, presenting for the Hanover PTA passive-fundraising committee, said Kearney Disposal will donate a 30‑yard dumpster and that families can drop unwanted items in the middle school parking lot beginning about 9 a.m. She outlined suggested pricing tiers (car load $75, SUV/minivan $85, pickup truck $100) and an early‑reservation “buy now” slot for $150. Delaney said a list of prohibited items will be published in the event marketing and that the PTA plans to use GiveButter to collect payments and manage sign‑ups.
Delaney told the committee that Kearney Disposal also offered to donate a portion of proceeds for households that enroll in private pickup service, creating a recurring funding channel for the PTA. She said the PTA has coordinated with town staff (DPW, Chief Cain) on traffic control and logistics; Delaney said DPW is involved and a police detail is not expected but could be arranged if needed.
Committee members praised the creativity and community value of the event. One member noted the town transfer station remains free for residents and asked whether the fundraiser would still attract participants; Delaney said the PTA’s purpose was to offer a convenient, community-focused option for spring cleaning while raising funds for school programs.
The committee approved the fundraiser by roll call and asked the PTA to submit an event exhibit (detailed plan) for the minutes and to coordinate any required DPW or town approvals before the event.
Ending: The PTA will finalize traffic plans, a prohibited‑items list and online registration; the committee asked for a post‑event financial report and thanked the PTA volunteers.
Speakers in this article are quoted directly from the meeting transcript and are limited to the names in the record.